Recreation Associate - Grand Desert Resort

We Put the World on Vacation

Travel + Leisure Co. is the world’s leading vacation ownership and travel membership company, with a dynamic and growing portfolio of resort, travel club, and lifestyle travel brands. Our dedicated associates help the company achieve its mission to put the world on vacation. Innovation and growth keep our work interesting and fun. Every day is a chance to learn something new and turn vacation inspiration into exceptional experiences for millions of travelers worldwide.

How You’ll Shine:
As an Activities Associate, your job will literally be fun and games. Each day you’ll organize and lead recreational activities to help guests enjoy their vacations and create lifelong memories with their family and friends. In coordination with the Activities Supervisor, you’ll also operate all activity-related areas such as the movie theater, fitness center, pool and cabana, banquet rooms, and tanning rooms.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Create, plan and execute guest activity programs for the resort.

• Monitor, supervise, and assist guests in the activity center.

• Promote and register guests for resort activities.

• Conduct and record inspections of related activity areas in compliance with company standards and requirements.

• Manage a cash bank following proper cashiering procedures (when applicable).

• Attend and complete required resort and company trainings.

• Handle all safety issues and incidents immediately.

What You’ll Bring:

• Creativity and customer obsession.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to demonstrate good judgement when interacting with guests and team members.

• State driver’s license and comfort operating large vehicles such as shuttles or vans.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

• Willingness to work an adjusted schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

• Depending on the location, one or more of these certifications or ability to become certified: Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, Alcohol Awareness Card, Food Server Health Card.

How You'll Be Rewarded:

We offer a diverse range of comprehensive health and welfare benefits to associates who work 30 or more hours per week to meet your needs and support you throughout your career with us. Certain benefits may be available to associates working fewer hours where required by applicable law. Travel + Leisure Co. benefits include:

Note: Temporary and/or seasonal associates are ineligible for Paid Time Off.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life and accident coverage
• Disability
• Depending on position, paid time off, parental leave and holidays (speak to your recruiter for additional information)
• Wish day paid time to volunteer at an approved organization of your choice
• 401k with employer match (subject to eligibility requirements, including tenure - speak to your recruiter for additional information)
• Legal and identify theft plan
• Voluntary income protection benefits
• Wellness program (subject to provider availability)
• Employee Assistance Program

Where Memories Start with You

Hospitality is at the heart of all we do at Travel + Leisure Co. Here, you’ll find an inclusive environment where we deliver excellence and take time to have fun, celebrate together, and support one another. We're always looking ahead to what’s next and how we can strengthen our business, its neighboring communities, and the customer experience. Join our global team and build a career where memories start with you.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to View email address on careers.travelandleisureco.com , including the title and location of the position for which you are applying.